ARSENAL are in 'very advanced' negotiations to sign Man City's Gabriel Jesus, according to reports.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have reportedly made a £50m offer for Jesus' fellow Brazilian Raphinha, of Leeds United.
The North Londoners are also said to be battling Newcastle for the signature of Napoli star Fabian Ruiz, who could cost around £26million.
And there are claims from Spain that they have made a bid of an unspecified figure for Alvaro Morata.
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Arsenal's Raphinha bid
Arsenal have sent a "formal offer" to Leeds for Raphinha but the bid will be rejected "out of hand" as it falls way below their asking price.
According to The Athletic, the Blues are said to be the winger's second choice behind Barcelonaas they can offer Champions League football and a better chance of winning trophies than the Gunners.
The North Londoners were in contact with Leeds on Tuesday and submitted a bid late in the day.
The Whites are willing to sell the Brazil international as long as their valuation is met
- Kostas Lianos
More on Jesus
Arsenal are in “very advanced” negotiations with Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus to complete his prolonged transfer to the Emirates.
But the Gunners need to act quickly as both Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain remain ready to swoop Jesus in the summer transfer window.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has offered an update on the situation and he claims that talks are well underway between the North Londoners and the striker.
Romano tweeted: “Gabriel Jesus deal update.
"Arsenal are working on it and negotiations are very advanced – Arsenal will now need to be fast on final, key details involving player/agents to get the deal done and avoid twists.
“Tottenham & PSG, still waiting to see the end of this story”
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Arsenal target Raphinha
Arsenal are hoping to sign Leeds star Raphinha with the help of new capture Fabio Vieira, who joined from Porto.
But Tottenham are ready to hijack the deal after making contact with the winger.
According to the Standard, Spurs boss Antonio Conte wants to add a new forward to his squad this summer.
Conte had been keeping a close eye on Everton star Richarlison but he is now said to prefer Brazil team-mate Raphinha.
The 25-year-old has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona but they do not have the funds to meet Leeds’ £60million price tag
- Kostas Lianos
Gabriel Jesus development
Arsenal's talks over signing Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus are a 'critical stage'.
That's the latest claim amid suggestions Jesus is seriously interested in a move to the Emirates.
The priority for the £50million-rated striker is thought to be regular starts for an elite club.
Goal claim there is "hope between all parties that an agreement can be reached quickly" with the Gunners.
The Brazil international’s representatives are reportedly travelling to England "in a bid to push through the transfer"
- Kostas Lianos
Fabian Ruiz transfer war
Arsenal and Newcastle lead the transfer race ahead of Manchester United and City for Napoli star Fabian Ruiz.
That’s the claim from Corriere dello Sport, who claim the Partenopei want £26million for Ruiz.
The Serie A giants still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
The Spain international amassed a total of seven goals and five assists in 38 appearances across all competitions last season
- Kostas Lianos
Arsenal sign Vieira
Arsenal confirmed the signing of Fabio Vieira from Porto last night following a £34million deal.
Vieira had a standout league campaign last term, making 27 appearances, scoring six goals and making 14 assists.
The midfielder also has an strong record on the international front for Portugal's Under-21s.
The 22-year-old has scored an impressive 13 goals from his 21 appearances and has promised goals in north London
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Morning, Arsenal fans
Edu expects more 'exciting, young' signings after Fabio Vieira became Arsenal's third summer recruit.
Technical director Edu claims recruiting £34million Porto playmaker Vieira shows the Gunners are developing a squad for the next SIX YEARS.
He said: “We have to go into the market for exciting players with the right age, right attitude and right mentality.
“We want to see a club like Arsenal with a young squad, an exciting squad with a big, big future."
USA keeper Matt Turner and Brazilian forward Marquinhos have also arrived at the Emirates.
Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans, Manchester City frontman Gabriel Jesus, Leeds winger Raphinha and Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez are regarded as top targets.
Talks over signing Brazil star Jesus for around £50m are a ‘critical stage’.
Goal suggest there is ‘hope between all parties that an agreement can be reached quickly’.
But the Gunners could face a duel with Tottenham for another Brazilian, Raphinha.
Lastly, it's thought Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
- Ian Tuckey
Spurs duel Gunners for Raphinha
Arsenal are reportedly hoping to sign Raphinha with the help of new capture Fabio Vieira.
But Tottenham are ready to hijack the deal after making contact with the Leeds star.
The Standard claims Antonio Conte wants to add a new forward to his squad this summer.
He had been keeping a close eye on Everton’s Richarlison.
But Conte is now said to prefer Brazil teammate Raphinha.
The left-footed winger has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona.
But they do not have the funds to meet Leeds’ £60million price tag.
- Ian Tuckey
‘Newcastle and Gunners head Ruiz hunt’
Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
That’s the claim from Italy’s Corriere dello Sport, who say the Serie Agiants want £26million for the Spain star.
Napoli still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
- Ian Tuckey
Edu predicts more big signings
Arsenal technical director Edu has teased yet more big signings in the coming weeks.
The Gunners secured their third buy of transfer window after splashing out £34m on Porto attacking midfielder Fabio Vieira.
The Portuguese U21 international joins American keeper Matt Turner and Brazilian forward Marquinhos in arriving at the Emirates so far.
Arsenal are far from done with doing business, with several key targets still potentially on their way to north London.
Leicester City midfielder Youri Tielemans, Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus, Leeds winger Raphinha and Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez have all been strongly linked.
And asked if he expects more signings to be announced soon after Vieira completed his switch, Edu smiled and said: “Yes, I am quite excited.
Arsenal remain on the path of buying young talents to bolster boss Mikel Arteta’s squad, and Vieira, 22, and Marquinhos, 19, bring the average age even further down.
Academy product Eddie Nketiah, 23, has also recently signed a contract extension. Last summer’s purchases, including Aaron Ramsdale, Martin Odegaard, Ben White and Albert Sambi Lokonga, were all 23 and under.
- Ian Tuckey
Edu hails Vieira as part of 'exciting' new squad
Edu hailed new £35million playmaker Fabio Vieira as the perfect fit as Arsenal build a team to develop over the the next SIX YEARS.
Gunners' technical director Edu reckons the ex-Porto midfielder will be part of a 'young, exciting squad' designed to 'play together for two, three, four, five or six seasons'.
Vieira, 22, who completed his move to the Emirates this afternoon, having played 21 times for Portugal Under-21s.
Edu said: “We have to go into the market for exciting players with the right age, right attitude and right mentality.
"We want to see a club like Arsenal with a young squad, an exciting squad with a big, big future because the idea is to have a young squad.
“We still have a lot to do but we are really excited to start the season with the players we target and the players we want to sign.”
- Ian Tuckey
Fab hols ahead of Arsenal move
Arsenal new boy Fabio Vieira has extra reason to enjoy his summer holiday, writes JON BOON.
The Portuguese playmaker, 22, sealed a £35million move to the Emirates after Porto revealed a deal had been struck.
And it helped Vieira enjoy his break with his stunning Wag, Carina Raquel in Santorini, Greece, even more.
And the 21-year-old beauty, who is an economics student, is certainly a fan of travel.
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- Ian Tuckey
Jesus talks at 'critical stage'
Arsenal's talks over signing Gabriel Jesus are a 'critical stage'.
That's the latest claim amid suggestions today the Manchester City striker is seriously interested in a move to North London.
The priority for the £50million-rated Brazil star is thought to be regular starts for an elite club.
And Erling Haaland's arrival at City from Borussia Dortmund will surely reduce his confidence of achieving that at the Etihad.
Goal say there is 'hope between all parties that an agreement can be reached quickly' with the Gunners.
Jesus’ representatives are reportedly travelling to England 'in a bid to push through the transfer'.
- Ian Tuckey
Jordiset for Bochum
Arsenal starlet Jordi Osei-Tutu is reportedly poised to leave the club to join German side Bochum.
He spent time on loan with the Bundesliga outfit in the 2019/20 season.
And now he’s set to join them on a permanent basis, according to RevierSport.
- Ian Tuckey
Fabio promises Gunners' goal spree
Fabio Vieira promised Arsenal fans goals galore after completing his £34million move, writes JORDAN DAVIES.
And Gunners technical director Edu insists this is just the start of the club’s major summer spending spree.
Attacking midfielder Vieira, 22, arrives in north London from Porto on a long-term deal to become Arsenal’s third signing of the window.
And fresh off the back of a 14-assist season in the Primera Liga, as well as six goals, the Portuguese U21 international is ready to take the Premier League by storm.
Vieira said: “I’m an attacking player who looks to find space between the lines to be able to finish off moves either with assists or by scoring goals.
“I think those are the main attributes that Arsenal fans can expect from me. This is an important step forward in my career. Arsenal is a huge and historic club.
“I know some very famous players have played here. Some big stars, global legends of the game, such as Dennis Bergkamp, Thierry Henry, Santi Cazorla and Cesc Fabregas. I remember them well.
“They were players who had so much presence on the pitch. That was one of the main factors behind me choosing Arsenal. I’m delighted to be here at my new home.”
- Ian Tuckey
Vieira deal confirmed
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of highly rated Portuguese midfielder Fabio Vieira.
The 22-year-old leaves Porto in a £35million transfer having made 54 appearances for the club.
- Ian Tuckey
Spurs duel Gunners for Raphinha
Arsenal are reportedly hoping to sign Raphinha with the help of new capture Fabio Vieira.
But Tottenham are ready to hijack the deal after making contact with the Leeds star.
The Standard claims Antonio Conte wants to add a new forward to his squad this summer.
He had been keeping a close eye on Everton’s Richarlison.
But Conte is now said to prefer Brazil teammate Raphinha.
The left-footed winger has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona.
But they do not have the funds to meet Leeds’ £60million price tag.
- Ian Tuckey
Fab hols ahead of Arsenal move
Arsenal new boy Fabio Vieira has extra reason to enjoy his summer holiday, writes JON BOON.
The Portuguese playmaker, 22, has all but sealed a £35million move to the Emirates after Porto revealed a deal had been struck.
Yet, we're still awaiting official confirmation from the Premier League giants.
It could be that the deal is being held up because Vieira is currently in Santorini, Greece, with his stunning Wag, Carina Raquel.
And the 21-year-old beauty, who is an economics student, is certainly a fan of travel.
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- Ian Tuckey
Chelsea 'ready to offer £50m for Richarlison'
Chelsea could steal a march on Arsenal and Tottenham with a £50million bid for Richarlison.
The Mail suggest the Blues are keen on Everton's Brazil striker as well as Manchester City's England attacker Raheem Sterling.
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is reportedly happy to spend big in this transfer window.
And Richarlison's value soared with six goals in the last nine games of the Premier League season to help Everton stay up.
Arsenal, Spurs and Newcastle are among the other clubs linked with the 25-year-old.
- Ian Tuckey
Gunners eye Alvaro
Ex-Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is said to be in Arsenal's sights.
Atletico Madrid's Spain ace, 29, has just enjoyed two reasonably successful seasons on loan with Juventus.
Fabio Vieira and Marquinhos have already joined the Gunners this summer.
AndCaught Offside claims Arsenal have even made a bid for the former Real Madrid targetman Morata.
- Ian Tuckey
'Arsenal & Toon lead Utd and City in Ruiz race'
Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
That's the claim from Italy's Corriere dello Sport, who say the Serie Agiants want £26million for the Spain star.
Napoli still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
- Justin Lawrence
Louis Saha makes shock claim
Louis Saha has backed Everton and boss Frank Lampard to break into the Premier League 'Big Six' next season.
He told BoyleSports EPL Betting: "A lot of teams in the Premier League can be in the top six and become the challenger to the top four and Everton can be one of those teams.
"It just depends how you start the season and how well you manage the confidence within the team."
- Justin Lawrence
Ex-Spurs coach plans president coup
Porto's sale of Fabio Vieira to Arsenal has prompted ex-Tottenham boss Andres Villas-Boas to make a grab for the Portugues club's president role.
That's according to transfer supremo Andy Brassell who claims Porto fans are fuming that the club have got rid of Vieira and Vithana, which has led AVB to mount a power grab.
Brassel said: "The other interesting point, from an ex-Premier League point of view, is because Fabio Vieira is going.
“Vithana, who was on loan at Wolves the season before last, went back to Porto, played very well, got into the Portugal team and now he has been sold to Paris Saint-Germain.
“Porto fans are absolutely raging that two of their best young Portuguese players are gone. So, Andre Villas-Boas, of all people, is using this to try and go for the Porto presidency in 2024.
“So, he is moving out of coaching and into something else.”
- Justin Lawrence
Ramsdale faces Turner challenge
Incoming Arsenal keeper Matt Turner has revealed he plans to challenge Aaron Ramsdale for the No1 spot next season.
He said in a recent Sky Sports interview: "I'd agree with it for now (being second choice).
"I'm coming in to push him and become the best goalkeeper I can become, while also making him the best goalkeeper he can become. That's really my goal for it all.
"The project they have going on there, (I want to be) an important part of the locker room, adding some experience – not a ton of Premier League experience – but national team experience, league experience and playing games in pressured environments.
"I'll be an older head in the locker room, being 28."
- Justin Lawrence
Arsenal face Raphinha transfer battle
Arsenal are reportedly hoping to sign Raphinha with the help of new capture Fabio Vieira.
But Tottenham are ready to hijack the deal after making contact with the Leeds star.
The Standard claims Antonio Conte wants to add a new forward to his squad this summer.
He had been keeping a close eye on Everton’s Richarlison.
But Conte is now said to prefer Brazil teammate Raphinha.
The left-footed winger has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona.
But they do not have the funds to meet Leeds’ £60million price tag.
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